The designers didn't pick just any jellyfish. They chose the Irukandji jellyfish - one of the smallest and most venomous jellyfish in the world. The extremely painful stings result in Irukandji syndrome. The body of the jellyfish measures only 5- 25 mm wide. Being tiny and near transparent means they are hard to spot in the water. This particular species is found in the marine areas of Northern Australia.

In Australia (and other parts of the world), fatalities due to heart failure are most often caused by another type of box jellyfish, the much larger Chironex fleckeri or sea wasp especially when the sting area is extensive. Children are more vulnerable due to their smaller size.

During box jellyfish season, Australians usually net sections of beaches to keep jellyfish from swimmers. Lifeguards wear lycra body suits to prevent stings. Pantyhose also works. One Australian once told me that as a child, her mother would make sure she was fully dressed before going swimming!

Best stick to beaded jellyfish, eh?

Note : The beadweaving tutorial is not in English. So either use Google Translate or follow my favorite method. For computer users, use the Chrome browser, right click and select translate to English. For mobile device users, use the Chrome app (free) and agree to the translation when asked.

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